Summary
Starting today, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is increasing prices for several mail services. Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select rates are rising by different percentages. These increases are part of USPS's efforts to address financial challenges.
Key Facts
- USPS is increasing mail service prices as of today.
- Priority Mail rate goes up by 6.6%.
- Priority Mail Express rate rises by 5.1%.
- Ground Advantage rate climbs by 7.8%.
- Parcel Select rate increases by 6%.
- USPS last increased first-class stamp prices in July.
- The price changes aim to support USPS's financial sustainability and modernization plans.
- New stamp designs featuring NASA's space images are introduced this year.
